The Handy book of knots : useful knots for every situation, indoors and out /
Randy Penn.
- 273 pages : illustrations ; 19 cm
Includes bibliographical references (pages 265-266), glossary and index.
Top ten reasons for leaning to tie knots -- A little history and perspective -- All about ropes and twine -- Learning to tie knots -- Stopper knots -- Tying bends -- Tying loops -- Making hitches -- Knots that bind -- Knots for lashing -- Decorative knotting -- Special-purpose knots -- Protecting and storing rope -- Teaching knot tying -- The journey continues -- Glossary of terms.